Heartfelt Gestures and Words of Gratitude for Teachers

If you’ve ever had a great teacher, you know how much of an impact they make. Maybe you still think of their advice well into adulthood and fondly remember the silly ways they tried to help you remember key information. Or perhaps you appreciate how they made learning fun for your child — even when it wasn’t! 

If you’re looking for ways to show a special instructor how much you appreciate their efforts, these words of gratitude for teachers will do the trick. Whether it’s a message to your favorite teacher, a special thank you for your child’s educator, or a message to your teaching staff, this list is for you. 

Words of Gratitude for Teachers: Messages to Express Your Sentiments

Being a teacher is hard. The pay is often lower than it should be, managing different learning styles can be difficult, and pressure from management can make it hard to get the resources needed for effective courses. 

But being a teacher is also one of the most rewarding and impactful careers. That’s why it’s so important to show educators how much their efforts are appreciated. Whether they helped your child through a difficult year or simply made a lasting impression, send a thank you card to show your appreciation. 

Here are some words of gratitude for teachers to get you started:

• Dear Mrs. Blake, Thank you for all of your hard work this year and for being a wonderful role model to all of your students. You are the best teacher and we will miss being in your classroom next year!
• Having an amazing teacher like you has made a world of difference to me. I want to share my deepest gratitude for all of the time you spent with me, ensuring I always felt supported and ready for the next big challenge. Thank you!
• Mr. Martinez, you are a wonderful teacher. Thanks to your patience, dedication, and uncanny method for demystifying algebra, I’m now able to move on to the next level of my education. Thank you. 
• Ms. Hayley, Thank you for being a positive influence in my child’s life. Not only are you an incredible teacher who helped my child reach her full potential, but you’re also a wonderful listener who’s guided Alice through many tricky situations this year. Thanks for your support and for offering such invaluable mentorship.
• This Teacher’s Day, I want to thank you for teaching our students life lessons, creating an engaging learning environment, and empowering the little minds of tomorrow. Your unwavering commitment to a child’s education will leave a lasting legacy for years to come. We have outstanding teachers and staff and I’m honored to work with all of you
• Thank you for going the extra mile to help my child be the best version of himself. You’re an awesome teacher, full of positivity, and we couldn’t have made it through this year without you!
• Mr. Guillen, As a fantastic teacher, you empower me to learn, do better, and always reach higher. Thank you for pushing me to do my best and giving me the tools I need to accomplish anything. You’re not just a good teacher, you’re the best one around. 
• I wanted to express my heartfelt thanks for the extra time and attention you’ve shown to my child. This school year wasn’t easy for him, but you’ve helped him turn things around by tailoring your teaching to the way he learns. He’s already excitedly talking about next year and how much he’ll miss you as his teacher. You’ve truly made a difference in my child’s life and for that, I will be forever grateful.

Teacher Appreciation Quotes

Words of gratitude for teachers don’t always have to be crafted from scratch. Sometimes, other folks say it best. Send a thoughtful teacher appreciation card using famous quotes.

Here are some of the best teacher appreciation quotes to show your gratitude:

• “A teacher affects eternity; he can never tell where his influence stops.”— Henry Brooks Adams
• “One child, one teacher, one book, one pen can change the world.” — Malala Yousafzai
• “A teacher is a compass that activates the magnets of curiosity, knowledge, and wisdom in the pupils.”— Ever Garrison
• “They may forget what you said, but they will never forget how you made them feel.”— Carl W. Buechner
• “The great teacher is not the man who supplies the most facts, but the one in whose presence we become different people.”— Ralph Waldo Emerson
• “A good teacher can inspire hope; ignite the imagination, and instill a love of learning.” — Brad Henry
• “Everyone who remembers his own education remembers teachers, not methods and techniques. The teacher is the heart of the educational system.” — Sidney Hook

Other Ways to Recognize a Teacher’s Efforts

There are many ways to show a teacher how much you appreciate them. If you want to send something special along with your greeting card, consider these gift ideas.

A Gift Card

A gift card is a great way to let your teacher choose items they love. Easily add a gift card to your Greenvelope thank you card with just a few clicks. Choose a card from a big brand retailer or a local shop with a variety of items to choose from.

Custom Gift Basket

Pay it forward with a custom gift basket packed with school items the class can use next year. Boxes of colored pencils, reading books, and painting supplies are practical options for stuffing the basket. You can also give the teacher a gift basket with some of their favorite things — like snacks, slippers, and notebooks.

Baked Goods

Share a sweet treat to show your appreciation. Bake a special apple pie to say thanks in the fall or whip up a summery cake to bid farewell at the end of the school year. Christmas cookies are a welcome idea for showing appreciation during the holidays. 

Thoughtful and Heartfelt Teacher Appreciation Cards

Ready to pick out a thank you card to show a special teacher how much you appreciate their hard work? Choose a digital card from Greenvelope. Each one is completely customizable so you can create a unique card for each of your child’s teachers. Here are some of our favorite teacher thank you cards where you can add words of gratitude for teachers.

1. Shape Minds Card

Design: Signature Greenvelope

Show an extraordinary teacher the positive impact they’ve had on your child’s life with this educator thank you card. It features a simple background with a bold message, showing a teacher how much their heart and hard work have positively influenced your child.

2. Education Doodles Card

Design: Signature Greenvelope

Use this teacher appreciation card to send a thank you message to your child’s educator. The front of the card features doodles of classic classroom items and the supported backside offers plenty of space for personalized teacher messages.

3. A Whole Lot of Thanks Card

Design: Signature Greenvelope

Share your appreciation message with this delightfully illustrated card. Featuring speech bubbles in soothing tones, it’s perfect for sharing your sincerest feelings of gratitude.

4. Give Thanks Card

Design: Signature Greenvelope

Show an exceptional teacher who made a lasting impression on your child how much you appreciate their efforts with this floral appreciation card. It boasts a large bouquet of flowers and bold font with a giant display of the words “thank you.” Add a personalized message with words of appreciation on the back or include one of your favorite teacher quotes.

Show Your Appreciation with a Card From Greenvelope

With these words of gratitude for teachers, you’re sure to bring joy to an educator. Pick out a thank you card design from Greenvelope and make it all your own by changing the color scheme and font. Personalize the card with a sweet message or teacher quote — and don’t forget a custom stamp on the envelope for a fun touch. You can even add a gift card for free and hit send to deliver the message via text or email when you’re ready.

Continue browsing our Stationers blog for more ways to show the people in your life how much you care. From special celebrations to thoughtful ways to show gratitude, you’ll find ways to make the people you love feel special.